Hudson

/ˈhʌdsən/ noun

A river in New York State flowing south from the Adirondacks to New York Harbor, or a surname of English origin.

Named after Henry Hudson, the English explorer who sailed the river in 1609. The surname derives from Middle English 'Hudde' (a pet form of Hugh) plus '-son', meaning 'son of Hugh'.

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